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Over 24 years ago, we stumbled onto a sleepy little restaurant called the Cottage La Jolla. The restaurant was a local hangout and had a reputation for delicious food and friendly, personal service.

Since 1992, our business has exploded, and in late 2009 we finished a complete renovation of the restaurant. Improvements include a handicap lift & restrooms, expanded kitchen & a fresh, new look. What hasn't changed is our passion for serving tasty, classic American & Southern California influenced food.

We are also proud of the many servers, bussers and cooks that have been with us for years & years. We are often asked how we are able to operate two restaurants on different coasts, and our response is, "It's all about the people."
Please take a moment to say hello to our Manager, Michael Harrison, on your next visit. Welcome to the Cottage!

Monday, October 10, 2016

Did you hear? During the month of October, join us for dinner on Friday or Saturday evening and enjoy a complimentary appetizer with the purchase of two dinner entrees! No better way to celebrate the weekend than with a big plate of (free!) Ahi Tuna Nachos, right!? Just mention "Facebook" when you join us to claim your free app!

Monday, October 3, 2016

"Saturday brunch at The Cottage La Jolla is out favorite. We love the Mexican Mocha, the stuffed brioche french toast with mascarpone and strawberry compote; fruit plate with creme fraise; and the Baja Chicken Hash with poached eggs, chicken sausage and hollandaise served in crunchy tortilla cups over potatoes. #SoDelicious"

Monday, September 5, 2016

Meet our new General Manager, Mike Harrison! Mike joined our team 3 weeks ago, after living in Maui and running his own restaurant there for 4 years. In addition to his entrepreneurial spirit, Mike is a dedicated surfer and skateboarder! Next time you stop by, make sure to ask Mike about his favorite secret surf spots in the island. Everyone, please join us in welcoming Mike to our Cottage family!

Tuesday, August 23, 2016

We're dishing out the details on how you can make our fabulous White Chocolate Bread Pudding at home in your own kitchen! Read on for our secret recipe for pure delicious:Ingredients:- 1/2 loaf pan- 4 oz. white chocolate squares, broken into small pieces- 2 cups frozen or fresh raspberries- 5 eggs- 5 egg yolks- 1 1/3 cup sugar- 1 1/3 cup heavy cream- 1 1/3 cup milk- 2 tsp. vanilla extractProcedure:Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 10-inch round pan with cooking spray and line the bottom with parchment paper. Crumble 4 pound cake slices and place on the bottom of the pan. Sprinkle the chocolate pieces on top. Layer the raspberries over the chocolate. Crumble the remaining pound cake slices over the raspberries. In a medium bowl whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, and sugar. Add the cream, milk, and vanilla. Mix well and then strain. Gently pour the mixture over the cake. Bake for 1 hour or until set, bubbly and brown. Bon appetit!

Monday, August 15, 2016

We are so honored to have received recognition in the Top 50 Brunch Spots to Visit in California before you die by Spoon University.

"With San Diego being so close to the Mexican border, there are a lot of Hispanic influences in San Diegan cuision. At The Cottage in La Jolla, their chefs perfectly fused these two cultures in their baja chicken hash which includes poached eggs and crispy tortilla shells."